Saffron vs. Maple syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between saffron and maple syrup
- Saffron has more manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, copper, and folate; however, maple syrup is richer in vitamin B2.
- Saffron covers your daily manganese needs 1109% more than maple syrup.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of saffron is 70, while the glycemic index of maple syrup is 54.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, saffron and Syrups, maple.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1157.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +713.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +9990.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1722.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12500% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +876.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +833.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +34.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.9% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +74.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1702.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50400% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +375.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
Protein:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28475% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9650% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1059.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +172.2% |
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Carbs
~67.04g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.007 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3800% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12058.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 2.908mg | 1109% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 0.11mg | 137% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 0mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.002mg | 78% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 1.27mg | 77% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 21mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 212mg | 44% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 2mg | 36% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.018mg | 34% |
| Folate | 93µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 0.04g | 23% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 0g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 0.017g | 14% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 0.6µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 0.081mg | 9% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 0.06g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 0.007g | 7% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 12mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.066mg | 4% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 260kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 1.47mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 111mg | 102mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 67.04g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 0.011g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 67.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 60.46g | N/A | |
| Choline | 1.6mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 60.46g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 136mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.579g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Maple syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.